Author: Janine Rosche Genre: Contemporary Romance Pages: 336 Release Date: May 21, 2024 Publisher: Revell How far would you go to fix the mistakes you've made and regain the trust you lost? For Jade Jessup, the answer is 2,448 miles. Once one of Chicago's significant financial advisors, Jade lost her credibility when her fiancé (and coworker) stole millions of dollars from their clients in a Ponzi scheme. Now she's agreed to help one of them--an aging 1960s Hollywood starlet named Berenice "Benny" Alderidge--seek financial restoration. Jade sets off along Route 66 with Benny and her handsome adult foster son, Bridger, who is filming a documentary retracing the 1956 trip that started the love story between Benny and her recently deceased husband, Paul. Listening to Benny recount her story draws Jade into memories of her own darker association with Route 66, when she was kidnapped as a child by a man the media labeled a monster--but she remembers only as daddy. Together, all three of these pilgrims will learn about family, forgiveness, and what it means to live free of the past. But not before Jade faces a second staggering betrayal that changes everything. Reviewer: Jeanette Durkin Wow! This book blew me away! It's more than just a road trip on Route 66. It's a lesson in history, love, loss, forgiveness, and second chances! There are also some sensitive issues like kidnapping, an adoption scandal, a bombing, a massacre, racism, PTSD, sexual harassment, and the treatment of POWs. These issues are pertinent to the time period. The cast of characters is brilliantly written! It's really hard for me to narrow down a favorite. Bridger is the one that touched my heart the most. He had a very traumatic childhood. His biggest challenge is forgiving himself. He loves completely with his whole heart. He's compassionate and caring. Jade's story is also heartbreaking. She has trouble trusting because of past relationships. To see her heal as the book progresses is inspiring! The author's writing is what makes her books extraordinary! I connect immediately with the characters and their stories. I honestly didn't want this book to end! A definite must-read! I was provided with a complimentary copy of the book from Revell through Interviews & Reviews. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Leave a Reply. |
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